6 Tips to Set Yourself Up for Success in Your IWCF Well Control Course
Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned rig hand, IWCF Well Control training can be a tough week even for the most experienced in our industry. But with the right prep, it doesn’t have to be daunting.
At our Brisbane-based IWCF Well Control School, we’re serious about safety and high standards, but we also keep things practical, approachable, and supportive. If you’re planning to sit your course soon, here are 6 key things we recommend supporting success:
Before the Course:
✅ 1. Check your IWCF Forum account details
Make sure your ID is up to date. If you’ve used a passport, ensure it has at least 1 year of validity otherwise, we recommend using your driver’s license. You’ll need this for your assessment, and it must match what’s in the IWCF system.
✅ 2. Hit the books early
Preparation is everything. A couple of weeks out, start brushing up with some pre-course study. IWCF provides a great workbook, and we strongly recommend completing at least 10 kill sheets, revisiting kill methods, and knowing your well control equipment.
Want some practice material? Just reach out we’re happy to send it through.
During the Course:
✅ 3. Prioritise nightly study
Be ready to spend 1–3 hours per night reviewing content, depending on your level and experience. This helps lock in the concepts and puts you in a strong position come exam day.
✅ 4. Arrive early and get 1:1 time
We encourage candidates to come in 30 minutes early each day to review homework with our instructors. It’s a chance to clear up anything you’re unsure about and fill any knowledge gaps in a supportive, low-pressure environment.
✅ 5. Take care of yourself
Stay hydrated, eat well, move your body, and aim for solid sleep especially the night before your exams. Well control is a mental game, and your body plays a big part.
✅ 6. Ask questions (seriously, ask!)
We get it, raising your hand in a room full of experienced people can feel intimidating. But here’s the truth: everyone started somewhere. And in our classroom, we’ve only ever seen support and camaraderie, never judgment.
